Tyree's parents told the newspaper serious disciplinary action should be taken against Cohen.

A Rutgers spokesperson says head coach Kyle Flood spoke with Cohen and the entire coaching staff and has handled the matter. The university also says staff members have met with Tyree to address their concerns and his future with the team. Rutgers says Tyree had intially decided to remain on the team and believed the matter had been resolved to the family's satisfaction.

The university says Tyree voluntarily left the football program Nov. 6.